Bicomponent Polypropylene Staple Fiber from Japan
Carded bicomponent sheath-core polypropylene staple fibers for thermal bonding nonwovens, processed for spinning. HTS 5506.40.00.00 covers these all-polypropylene (PP/PP) staple fibers prepared for spinning. Key for diaper topsheets and insulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm both components are polypropylene to stay in 5506.40; PE/PP blends may be plastic (39)
• Cross-section diagrams aid customs verification of bicomponent structure
• Thermal properties testing prevents end-use misclassification